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Nigerians on social media have reacted to the fallout of Tobi Amusan from the 100m hurdles final at the 2024 Olympics taking place in Paris, France.
TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that Amusan came third in her heat running 12.55 seconds behind Grace Stark of the US who came first in 12.39 seconds and Bahamian Devynne Charlton who completed the race in 12.50 seconds.
The Ijebu Ode-born star was Nigeria’s only medal hope, as other Team Nigeria members were eliminated in their respective events.
With her performance, Nigeria may end the Paris Olympics without a medal as the event concludes in two days.
How Nigerians Reacted
Beth2world wrote; “She gave it her best. It’s not her fault, that the country’s dent, robbed off on her glory.”
Mrsdebs wrote: “The effect of bad governance is underrated Walahi.”
bablobabintin20 wrote on X: “Tobi Amusan’s failure to qualify for the finals marks the end of me watching this year’s Olympics #ParisOlympics2024”.
Leged45 wrote: “The 4 x 400 men team was disqualified after South Africa appealed for lane breach and won
”Tobi Amusan fails to make it to the Finals after a disappointing 9th place in the semis. Nigeria leaves without a medal. Our problems follow us everywhere.”
OgaNlaMedia wrote: “God if na sin, forgive us. We need a medal at the #OlympicGames. Sad. I am weak. Tobi Amusan. Unbelievable.”
stanwalka wrote: “My heart goes out to @FavOfili and Tobi Amusan. The weight/burden of a nation is not easy to carry. #Queens. We blame @officialABATfor this woeful performance by #TeamNigeria if people are not sacked or jailed after this Olympics.”